Why Cleaning Your Washing Machine is Essential – Tips for Fresh Laundry and a Longer-Lasting Machine
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Regular washing machine cleaning is essential for both the lifespan of your machine and the freshness of your laundry. A clean washing machine means fresher, cleaner-smelling clothes and prevents the build-up of lime scale, detergent residue, bacteria, and mold. These residues can not only impact performance and increase energy usage but also create unpleasant odors over time.
Why Clean Your Washing Machine?
- Prevents Lime Scale and Detergent Residue: Lime and detergent build-up reduce washing efficiency and can shorten your machine’s life.
- Stops Bad Odors: Regular cleaning prevents the formation of musty odors.
- Prevents Bacteria and Mold: Keeping the machine clean avoids microbial growth, ensuring laundry stays fresh.
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tips with Ecodoo
For effective and environmentally friendly washing machine maintenance, Ecodoo offers:
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Ecodoo Citric Acid – A natural lime scale remover. Simply mix 100 grams of citric acid with water, add to the drum, and run an empty hot cycle. Citric acid dissolves lime scale, leaving your machine fresh and efficient.
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Ecodoo Baking Soda & Vinegar – An odor-neutralizing and disinfecting combo. Add half a cup of baking soda to the detergent drawer and two cups of vinegar to the drum, then run the hottest wash cycle. This duo eliminates odors and thoroughly cleans the machine.
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Additional Tips: Clean the detergent drawer and seals with warm water, and leave the door open between washes to ensure ventilation and prevent mold growth.
Using Ecodoo’s eco-friendly products like citric acid, baking soda, and vinegar offers a safe and multipurpose cleaning approach that maintains washing machine performance naturally.